Safety Intern - EH & S

Minerals Technologies • Slippery Rock, PA

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About The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Intern supports environmental, health, and safety initiatives in a manufacturing environment. Working closely with site leadership and EH&S personnel, the intern gains hands-on experience in workplace safety, environmental compliance, risk reduction, employee training, and continuous improvement while contributing to projects that promote a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace.

MTI interns take part in structured learning and development, mentorship and coaching, Speaker Series events, networking events, and Coffee Chats. Interns work alongside experienced professionals on business challenges and present their work and accomplishments to business leaders at the end of the internship.

The position may involve office, laboratory, manufacturing, operational, or outdoor work areas, depending on assigned projects and business needs. The work schedule is established according to business needs and the intern’s academic schedule and availability. New employees receive New Employee Safety Training through the company’s learning management system.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental health and safety, engineering, chemistry, biology, or a related field.
• Adhere to MTI safety policies, procedures, and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safety inspections and workplace audits.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain EH&S records and documentation.
• Conduct safety observations and assessments.
• Assist with employee safety training initiatives.
• Support environmental compliance activities.
• Analyze safety performance metrics and trends.
• Participate in safety awareness campaigns and initiatives.
• Support environmental, health, and safety programs and initiatives.
• Collect, organize, and analyze EH&S data and metrics.
• Help maintain regulatory compliance files.
• Assist with environmental programs related to waste management, recycling, emissions, water management, or sustainability initiatives.
• Participate in risk assessments and hazard identification activities.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other project documentation as needed.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including 5S, Kaizen, Daily Management Control, and Standard Work.

Benefits

• Structured learning and development experiences.
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced professionals.
• Speaker Series events featuring business and technical leaders.
• Networking events and Coffee Chats with employees and fellow interns.
• Opportunity to present work and accomplishments to business leaders at the end of the internship.
• Opportunity to explore career opportunities across a global manufacturing and technology organization.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern